And it's much to big a thing for mortal menJust take a look around and see the writing on the wallSomehow we've got to find a helping hand

This world has never been in the awful shape it's inAnd people scorn the things our leaders doIt's time the prayer was spoken from the heart of every manJesus take a hold and lead us through

The mighty roar of gunfire is now a local sound

And our city streets are filled with angry menLaw is now a mockery throughout our troubled landAnd destruction seems to be the current trend

This world has never been in the awful shape it's inAnd our leaders seem in doubt of what to doIt's time the prayer was spoken from the heart of every manJesus take a hold and lead us throughJesus take a hold and lead us through